1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
